Sutter County, CA Property Records
Property records in Sutter, California provide important information about land and real estate within Sutter County, including ownership history, deeds, parcel details, assessed values, property tax information, maps, and recorded documents such as liens or transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, real estate professionals, and anyone verifying legal ownership, property boundaries, or assessment data.
Official Sutter property records are maintained by Sutter County offices, including the Assessor for parcel and valuation information and the Clerk-Recorder for recorded documents. Users can access official records, request copies, or learn about search options through the county’s official property records resources. For the most accurate and current information, it is best to rely on Sutter County’s official government offices and online tools.
Sutter County, CA Property Records & Statistics
Median rent in Sutter County is $1,239.50, lower than the California median of $1,260 and higher than the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 34.19% of occupied homes, higher than the state share of 33.49% and higher than the national share of 21.81%.
The median home value is $379,250, against $403,775 for California and $173,750 for the nation, which places Sutter County below the state and above the national level. The median property tax rate of 0.69% matches the state rate of 0.69% and lower than the national rate of 0.74%, so the tax cost of owning a home here is lighter than the national norm.
Median household income is $77,791.50, compared with $78,109.75 in California and $65,108 nationally, meaning typical household earnings are below the state median and above the national median. The unemployment rate is 4.36%, higher than the state rate of 3.72% and higher than the national rate of 2.87%.
Taken together, these figures describe a county where housing costs, incomes and renter share can be read against both state and national benchmarks. Buyers and renters can use the comparison to judge how Sutter County stacks up on affordability, and researchers can pair it with the county's recorded documents to see how the local market has changed over time.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Sutter
Sutter County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 35,355 total parcels, including 28,700 residential and 1,425 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 97.66% of the population for the 2024 assessment year.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 35,355 |
| Residential Parcels | 28,700 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,425 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 97.66% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 147,865 |
| Mortgage Records | 85,366 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 22,648 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 46,429 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that a mortgage was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Sutter County has 95,727 assignment and release records available for research. They include 16,331 assignment documents and 79,278 release documents, along with 118 other documents. Assignments were recorded January 3, 2005, through August 22, 2025, and releases January 3, 2005, through August 22, 2025.
For property research, these records help show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier mortgages have been paid off. Buyers, owners and researchers can use them to confirm that past loans were released, follow a loan as it moved between lenders, and spot mortgages that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The recorded date ranges also make it easier to focus on documents filed during a specific period of a property's history.
How to Search Sutter County, CA Property Records
Sutter County property records are maintained mainly through the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder, which records deeds, mortgages and other real estate documents. Together with assessor information, these records cover the county's 35,355 parcels, including ownership, recorded transactions, assessment details and foreclosure filings.
To look up recorded documents, use the Sutter County official records search, which lets you find deeds, mortgages and related filings. For office information, services and contact details, visit the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder website. The Sutter County Assessor handles ownership and valuation details, and the Assessor's parcel book index and map helps you locate a parcel number. Property tax bills can be searched and paid through the Sutter County Treasurer-Tax Collector. Recording forms are available on the Sutter County recorder forms page, and the Sutter County recording requirements page explains how to submit documents for recording.
The office is located at 433 Second Street, Yuba City, CA 95991 and can be reached at 530-822-7134. It is open Monday through Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Before searching, gather the property address, owner name or parcel number, enter the most complete details you have, and open the record that matches the property you are researching. If an online search does not return what you need, call the office for help. Results typically show document type, recording date and the parties named, which helps you confirm ownership history, trace loans and verify that a transaction was recorded before you buy, sell or refinance.
Sutter Registrar of Deeds
The Sutter County Probate Office is located at 433 Second Street, Yuba City, CA, 95991 and can be reached at 530-822-7134. Office hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Records can be accessed through crrecords.suttercounty.org or the official website suttercounty.org.
Sutter County Clerk-Recorder
Sutter County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Sutter County property records by address?
Start with the Sutter County official records search to look up recorded documents tied to a property. Search with the street address or the owner's name, then review the matching deeds and mortgages. If the address returns nothing, try a shorter version or call the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder at 530-822-7134 for help.
How can I find property owners in Sutter County?
Recorded deeds show who received title to a property, so the Sutter County official records search is the best place to start. Search by owner name or address and open the deed that transferred ownership. For help with a hard-to-find record, call the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder at 530-822-7134.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Sutter County?
Assessed values are set by the county assessor, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. For a specific parcel, contact the assessor through the county's main office or visit the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder website for directions. You can also call 530-822-7134 to ask which office handles your question.
Where can I find Sutter County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued and collected by the county's tax collector, not the recorder. Call the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder at 530-822-7134 to be pointed to the right office, or visit the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder website for county contact information. Have your parcel number or property address ready when you ask about a bill.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Sutter County?
Deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents are kept by the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder. Search them through the Sutter County official records search, or visit the office at 433 Second Street, Yuba City, CA 95991. It is open Monday through Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Recording forms are on the recorder forms page.
Where can I access Sutter County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county has 35,355 parcels, and parcel maps are generally kept by the assessor's mapping staff. Call the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder at 530-822-7134 to ask which office provides parcel maps, or start from the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder website. Parcel maps are for reference and are not a legal survey of property boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Sutter County?
Permits and zoning are handled by the county's planning and building offices, and by city departments for properties inside city limits. Call the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder at 530-822-7134 to be directed to the right department, or start from the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder website. Check with your city first if the property lies within one.
How can I create a list of property owners in Sutter County?
The recorder's online tools are built for property-by-property lookups, so a full list takes some planning. Use the Sutter County official records search to pull individual deeds and owner names. For bulk requests or larger lists, call the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder at 530-822-7134 to ask what is available.